“[The handle] has a bit of a curve

The SnailVibe is innovative, but left me feeling sluggish

These beginner-friendly sex toys are generally meant for clitoral stimulation, though some are meant for internal use, while others are meant for penises. Bring them on your next vacation for when you’re feeling adventurous in a place where no one knows you or keep things low-key by using them next time you’ve got a date night at home. When using your hands to masturbate, most people find using one or two fingers at a time to be the easiest starting place.

If clitoral stimulation works best for you, then start with one of our best bullet vibrators. These come in a variety of shapes and sizes, from discreet bullets that mimic fingertip touch to magic wands that tend to be more powerful and have a longer-lasting battery. “[The handle] has a bit of a curve, so it can get around a bigger body more easily,” she says. Other perks include its extra-large head, waterproof design, and 50 total settings (when you combine its five speeds and 10 vibration patterns).

If you do have this amazing little gadget on full power for 30 minutes on your clitoris—or whatever body part is your main avenue to climaxing—you’ll be inundated with orgasms. At just three inches in length, it’s about two-thirds the size of the original Vesper and Vesper 2. This sex toy does have a higher price than the original , but considering that my Vesper from 2014 is still working—it’s a worthy investment. You’ll also get to be part of a club of bold and fearless people who know that sometimes, the best place for your favorite vibrator is around your neck.

It works via both Bluetooth and Wi-Fi, making it a good choice for both close and long-range play. You’ve heard that “moderation is key” and “there can be too much of a good thing,” right? However, we just wanted to make sure, because self-love is a thing, and vibrators can actually help women who are experiencing sexual dysfunction.

We’ve rounded up the best sex toys for couples, including remote control vibrators, anal toys, travel-friendly toys, and more toys that will make your next encounter extra-thrilling. Whether you use these sex toys for masturbation or partnered sex, the important thing is that you feel good and safe. „So much about women’s pleasure has to do with the context of what’s going on,” says Dr. Torrisi. „It’s important for women to feel safe with their partners and to reliably predict that a sexual encounter will be fun and pleasurable.” This genre of sex toy will always be GOATed to me, because the realistic design elements make them feel extra kinky and fun, especially if you’re bringing them into partner play (talk about a soft-launch threesome).

The classic design combines flexible ears that tickle the clit with a curved vibrating arm that pulses against the G-spot. As a bonus, each arm has its own motor, so you can control them separately. Plus, it has a travel lock, which is “great if you’re a traveler and don’t want to run into any surprises at TSA,” Dr. O’Reilly says.

There can be all sorts of loaded feelings about a toy that has been used before, especially with other partners. Hot Octopuss is known for making toys with mega-strong motors, and this bullet vibrator is no different. It’s also got a unique shape that allows you to focus its intensity into a small, pointed tip, or spread it out more along its broader side.

Although we recommend this model as a starter vibrator, for some of our testers the hard plastic became slippery and difficult to hold when it came in contact with lubricant. This was not the case with the less expensive Satisfyer Purple Pleasure. While the Luna Ava vibrator is a steal at $30, don’t expect it to replace your Magic Wand anytime soon. We found its vibrations to be more buzzy than rumbly, and the 20 different settings are a nuisance given that there is no back-or-forth button—you have to click through all 20 to return to the one you started with. Waterproof toys made from nonporous materials such as silicone and stainless steel can tolerate washing with soap and warm water. If you have non-waterproof toys, carefully wipe them clean with a solution of soap and warm water.

The Lelo Hugo remote control vibrator promises to give you longer, more intense climaxes. If you’re feeling frisky, you can even hand over control to your partner—thanks to the Ferri’s wireless range, they can make you quiver from up to 30 feet away. The SenseMotion™ technology responds to movements of the remote, so you can get your groove on without having to worry about fumbling with buttons. And if that wasn’t enough viberator, the LYLA 2 has almost silent vibrations, so you can enjoy yourself without worrying about the neighbors.